Skin Care Products

This revolutionary formulation provides water-resistant broad
spectrum protection with a light finish. The blend of UVA/UVB
protecting sunscreen agents, including ultra-sheer zinc oxide,
provides sun-shielding benefits. Tested to protect for 80 minutes
in water, it is the perfect choice for an outdoor lifestyle. It also
contains the important antioxidants silybin, also known as milk
thistle, and caffeine.

active broad spectrum spf 45: water-resistant

Active ingredients:

Zinc Oxide (8.0%) – provides broad spectrum UV protection by reflecting, scattering
and absorbing UV rays.

Octinoxate (7.5%) – absorbs and filters UV rays.

Octisalate (3.0%) – absorbs and filters UV rays.

Key ingredients:

Caffeine – supports antioxidant activity.

Silybin – is an antioxidant.

Directions for use: smooth a nickel-sized amount onto skin after cleansing. Allow
to absorb 30 minutes prior to daytime exposure. Reapply after two hours of sun
exposure and repeat every two hours as needed. It is recommended for daily use.

Improve skin’s barrier function while reducing sensitivity and
redness with this restorative treatment including niacinamide,
ceramide and protective agents.

Before
Condition: diffuse redness and impaired barrier.

After four weeks
Solution: Creamy Cleanser, Hydrating Serum, Dual Action Redness Relief, Hydrator Plus Broad Spectrum SPF 30, Collagen Hydrator.

dual action redness relief

Key ingredients:

Niacinamide – a potent, yet calming antioxidant that delivers multiple important
benefits to the skin. It helps to reduce transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and
improve barrier function. This is critical for healthy, bright skin. Additionally, it
helps reduce redness, skin yellowing and promotes an even skin tone.

Inflacin® – a patented cosmetic ingredient shown to reduce
the sub-clinical inflammation that contributes to aging.
Dimethyl Sulfone and Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract – work synergistically
to reduce redness, increase hydration and soothe reddened skin.

Panthenol – hydrates the skin.

Bisabolol – a component of chamomile that provides potent calming and MMPi
properties to improve and maintain skin.

 

Ceramide NP – supports the renewal of the skin’s natural protective layer and
forms an effective barrier against moisture loss; improves long-term moisturization
and protects skin from external offenders.

Directions for use: After cleansing, apply to the entire face and neck in the
morning and evening for barrier repair and redness reduction. Follow with
the appropriate PCA SKIN® broad spectrum SPF product in the daytime and
moisturizer in the evening.

This treatment formulation synergistically hydrates, smooths and firms aging skin. It contains ingredients that minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Before
Condition: sun-induced hyperpigmentation and wrinkling.*

After four weeks
Solution: received three Protocols for Increasing Oxygenation, Hydration and Smoothing (Ultra Peel Forte,® and Oxygenating Trio) and used Facial Wash Oily/Problem, ExLinea® Peptide Smoothing Serum, C-Strength 20% with 5% Vitamin E, Retinol Renewal with RestorAtive Complex, EyeXcellence, Protecting Hydrator SPF 30, Peptide Lip Therapy, Apres Peel Hydrating Balm over a three-month period.*

ExLinea® peptide smoothing serum

Key ingredients:

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (Argireline) – works to minimize the appearance of fine lines
and wrinkling.

Sodium Hyaluronate – has the ability to hold 1,000 times its weight in water; plays
an important role in skin hydration.

Squalene – is a naturally occurring oil found in such foods as olives and wheat germ.

It helps to keep the skin moist.

Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax – helps to moisturize and smooth the skin.

Directions for use: after cleansing and toning, smooth one to two pumps onto areas
of wrinkling and laxity, concentrating on the lines around the eyes, forehead and
mouth. Follow with PCA SKIN® treatment serums and the appropriate PCA SKIN
broad spectrum SPF product in the daytime and moisturizer in the evening.

Plump and firm skin through increased hydration with this advanced hyaluronic acid formulation. This smoothing blend provides deep, long-lasting hydration on three levels: on the surface, deeper in the skin and by increasing the skin’s own hyaluronic acid production.

The result of Hyaluronic Acid Boosting Serum and HA-Pro Complex™

The result of Hyaluronic Acid Boosting Serum and HA-Pro Complex™

Key ingredients:

Hyaluronic Acid and Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid Sodium Salt)
high molecular weight hyaluronic acid occludes the skin, attracting and holding
1,000 times its weight in moisture within the skin. It provides smoothing and
softening of the skin while reducing transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and
increasing moisture content in the upper skin layers.

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid – due to its small molecular size, it is able to
penetrate through the skin to deliver deeper moisturization and significantly
reduce deep wrinkles.

HA-Pro Complex™ – PCA SKIN’s proprietary blend works to stimulate the
production of the skin’s own native hyaluronic acid. HA-Pro Complex™ delivers
24-hour moisturization through all levels of the skin, smoothing fine lines and
wrinkles, and plumping and firming the skin. For long term improvement.

Ceramides – supports the renewal of the skin’s natural protective layer and
forms an effective barrier against moisture loss; improves long-term moisturization
and protects skin from external offenders.

Niacinamide – a potent, yet calming antioxidant that delivers multiple important
benefits to the skin. It helps to reduce TEWL and improve barrier function. This is
critical for healthy, bright skin. Additionally, it helps reduce redness, skin yellowing
and promotes an even skin tone.

Directions for use: After cleansing, apply to the entire face and neck in the morning
and evening for maximum skin hydration and plumping. Follow with the appropriate
PCA SKIN broad spectrum SPF product in the daytime and moisturizer in the evening.

Visibly reduce wrinkles and strengthen skin with this retinol formula
including niacinamide, retinopeptides, stem cell extract and vital
hydrators.

before
Condition: fine lines, sagging and age-related yellowing

after six weeks
Solution: Facial Wash, Hydrating Serum, Intensive Age Refining Treatment®: 0.5% pure retinol night, Hydrator Plus Broad Spectrum SPF 30 and ReBalance.

intensive age refining treatment®: 0.5% pure retinol night

Key ingredients:

0.5% Retinol (Vitamin A) – converted to retinoic acid in the skin. Vitamin A helps to promote
a clear complexion and an even skin tone.

Niacinamide (4%) – a potent and calming antioxidant that delivers multiple important
benefits to the skin. It helps to reduce transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and improve
barrier function. This is critical for bright, even skin.

Additionally, niacinamide helps to
reduce age-related skin yellowing and redness, and create an overall youthful appearance.

Myristoyl Nonapeptide-3 – this retinopeptide mimics retinoid activity to support skin
strengthening and collagen building.

Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5), Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract and Isosorbide
Dicaprylate – provide long-lasting hydration, barrier support and antioxidant protection.

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Callus Culture Extract (Orange Stem Cell Extract)
increases the production of collagen and elastin, and organizes and redensifies the
dermal structure to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and increase elasticity and firmness.

PEG-23 Glyceryl Distearate – a patented cosmetic ingredient shown to reduce the
sub-clinical inflammation that contributes to aging.

Terminalia Chebula Fruit Extract – has been shown to inhibit a variety of MMP to
protect skin from oxidative damage. It also rejuvenates the extracellular matrix by
stimulating collagen production and works to break collagen cross-links caused by
age-related glycation.

Sodium Hylauronate – plays an important role in skin moisture retention and hydration.

Tocopherol and Tocotrienols (Vitamin E) – fat-soluble antioxidant and emollient
ingredients.

Directions for use: After cleansing and toning, apply to the face, avoiding the eye area and
the neck. Begin by limiting use to twice a week, gradually increasing application frequency
to every other night, and then advancing to each evening or as tolerated. Follow with
the appropriate PCA SKIN® moisturizer in the evening. Mild irritation may initially be
experienced and is not a sign of a negative complication. This product is indicated for use
in the evening only. Daily broad spectrum sun protection is critical while using this product.

Sensi Peel® is formulated as a unique peeling option for all patients, including those with highly sensitive skin. This gentle 6% TCA solution will improve surface texture and brighten the skin while helping to promote an even skin tone. This multi-faceted and skin-brightening treatment is an excellent option for sensitive skin and higher Fitzpatrick skin types.

before
Condition: pseudofolliculitis barbae (ingrown hairs).*

after six weeks
Solution: received four microdermabrasion with Sensi Peel® treatments, and used Blemish Control Bar (prior to shaving) and The Skin Care Solution for Men twice daily over a two-month period.*

Sensi Peel®

Key ingredients:

Lactic Acid (12%) – is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in milk and
sugars. It is part of the skin’s natural moisturizing factor (NMF) and moisturizes
the skin.

Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA) (6%) – is most commonly used as a superficial and
medium-depth peeling agent to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Kojic Acid – helps promote an even skin tone.

Azelaic Acid – helps promote a clear complexion and even skin tone.

Arbutin – is an antioxidant that also helps promote an even skin tone.

L-Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) – is an antioxidant and MMPi that is the only
bio-available form of vitamin C for the skin. It minimizes the appearance
of fine lines and wrinkles while promoting an even skin tone.

recycleThis novel formulation combines a next generation peptide with epidermal growth factor (EGF), MMPi and a host of beneficial extracts to minimize the appearance of pores, fine lines and wrinkles while firming, tightening and strengthening aging skin.

total strength serum

Key ingredients:

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 – is a peptide that stimulates collagen I, III and IV; fibronectin; hyaluronic acid; and laminin 5 to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) – aids in the proliferation of healthy skin cells and improves the appearance of aging skin.

Glycosaminoglycans – are important hydrating components of the extracellular matrix (ECM) that also provide MMPi action.

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice – is a lipid, mineral and fatty acid-rich emollient agent.

Silybum Marianum Extract – is a potent antioxidant from milk thistle.

Tocopherol and Tocotrienols – are fat-soluble antioxidant vitamins and emollient ingredients.

Sodium Hyaluronate – is a naturally occurring glycosaminoglycan with exceptional lubricating qualities. It has the ability to hold 1,000 times its weight in water and plays an important role in skin hydration.

This broad spectrum sunscreen provides UVA/UVB protection with
the technology of ultra-sheer zinc oxide and a blend of additional
sunscreen ingredients. It also contains the important antioxidants
silybin, also known as milk thistle, and caffeine. Its unique quickabsorbing
and light finish makes Weightless Protection Broad
Spectrum SPF 45 ideal for patients with oily or breakout-prone
skin and those who dislike the feel of traditional sunscreen products.

weightless protection broad spectrum spf 45

Active ingredients:

Zinc Oxide (9.0%) – provides broad spectrum UV protection by reflecting, scattering
and absorbing UV rays.

Octinoxate (7.5%) – absorbs and filters UV rays.

Key ingredients:

Caffeine – supports antioxidant activity.

Silybin – is an antioxidant.

Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) – is a fat-soluble antioxidant vitamin and emollient
ingredient.

Directions for use: smooth onto skin after cleansing. Allow to absorb 30 minutes
prior to daytime exposure. Reapply after two hours of sun exposure and repeat
every two hours as needed. It is recommended for daily use.